Lesotho visa for Malawian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Malawian passport holders visiting Lesotho for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Malawian citizens to enter Lesotho for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Lesotho e-visa for Malawian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Lesotho visa on arrival for Malawian citizens | Not Available | |
Lesotho tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Malawian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Lesotho.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Lesotho.
If you are looking for Lesotho visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Malawi, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Lesotho nearest your place of residence.
- Johannesburg: The Consulate of in Johannesburg, ~ 1710.01 kilometers (1062.55 mi) away from Lilongwe, Malawi. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 35 minutes).
- Welkom: The Consulate of in Welkom, ~ 1815.37 kilometers (1128.02 mi) away from Lilongwe, Malawi. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 35 minutes).
Lesotho visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Lesotho diplomatic mission offices to Malawi for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Malawi traveling to Lesotho from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Malawi) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 32 | N/A |
| 2009 | 38 | 18.75% |
| 2010 | 47 | 23.68% |
| 2011 | 44 | -6.38% |
| 2012 | 47 | 6.82% |
| 2013 | 48 | 2.13% |
| 2014 | 119 | 147.92% |
| 2015 | 119 | 0.00% |
| 2016 | 132 | 10.92% |
| 2017 | 125 | -5.30% |
| 2018 | 129 | 3.20% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Lesotho & Malawi comparison
Lesotho's area is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi), while the area of Malawi is approximately 94,280 km2 (36,401 sq mi). This means Malawi is 3.11 times bigger than Lesotho.
As of October 2025, Lesotho's population is ~2.2 million people - 19,474,992 fewer people than the population of Malawi.
We have highlighted Lesotho & Malawi’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Lesotho | Malawi | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,227,938 | 21,702,930 | 19.5 million fewer people live in Lesotho than Malawi |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 14 | 16 | Lesotho has 2 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Malawi. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 48 | 41 | Lesotho passport holders can visit 7 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 7 | 29 | Lesotho hosts 22 fewer foreign missions than Malawi. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Malawi travel to Lesotho in one year?
The number of visitors from Malawi visiting Lesotho in 2018 was approximately 129.
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